Which item is NOT recyclable in your blue bin?(Choose the correct answer)

Soda Can

Newspaper

Plastic Bags

Glass Bottle

PLASTIC BAGS should never go in your blue recycling bin, they get tangled up in the sorting equipment. Instead take them back to your local grocery store, or better yet, say #ByeToBags and use reusable bags instead.

Is Styrofoam recyclable?(Choose the correct answer)

Yes

No

Yes, but not in St. Louis

Only during a full moon

Technically, styrofoam can be recycled, but not in St. Louis. There are no local processors, so we can not accept it.

What should you always do before recycling?(Choose all answers that apply)

Rinse off food residue

Flatten cardboard

Empty out all liquids

Soak paper in water

It’s not a good idea to soak paper in water before recycling it. Be sure to always rinse off food, flatten cardboard and remove any liquids.